01/14/2026
Red light helps you wake steadily, not suddenly.
• 5–15 minutes
• Within 30–90 minutes of waking
• Before screens or bright overhead lights
Early morning red / near-infrared light gives the body a soft wake-up signal.
What it does:
• Gently tells the brain that dawn has arrived
• Lets melatonin taper slowly instead of shutting it off abruptly
• Supports a calm cortisol rise (energy without anxiety)
• Boosts mitochondrial energy (ATP) without overstimulation
• Keeps the nervous system grounded while the body transitions into daytime mode
Red light is best for:
• Sensitive nervous systems
• Anxious mornings
• Gentle circadian entrainment
It’s not ideal when the body needs a clear daytime push.